Watering sunny areas (with good drainage)
Amounts below include received rainfall
Winter: Supplement during dry spell, especially prior to hard freeze.
Spring / Fall: 1" split into 1 - 2 water mornings per week, split each water morning into 2+ cycles.
Summer: 1 - 1.5" split into 2 water mornings per week, split each water morning into 2+ cycles.
Winter: Supplement during dry spell, especially prior to hard freeze.
Spring / Fall: 1" split into 1 - 2 water mornings per week, split each water morning into 2+ cycles.
Summer: 1 - 1.5" split into 2 water mornings per week, split each water morning into 2+ cycles.
Water need varies
Many controllers have 2 programs (A & B) allowing you to group, and schedule, watering stations separate.
Better clocks include a C & D program, great for isolating "special need" stations, such as new plantings.
Limited by your system valving, schedule "like" stations together based on watering frequentness required ( sun vs. shade, turf vs. shrub, etc)
Better clocks include a C & D program, great for isolating "special need" stations, such as new plantings.
Limited by your system valving, schedule "like" stations together based on watering frequentness required ( sun vs. shade, turf vs. shrub, etc)
Proper coverage and "zoning"
The sprinkler system should be fitted to your changing landscape. Correct valving is essential to properties with varied water needs.
How much water do sprinklers apply ?
Use average measure of several catch cans, randomly placed. If a 15 min. watering collects 1/4", application rate is 1" per hour.
Reduce runoff
"Multi-cycling" allows deeper watering on tight soil and slopes.
Split watering duration for a water morning into 2+ cycles, each cycle with a set start time.
Schedule watering outside the 10AM - 6PM city restriction. Choose coolest part of day, with less wind and lower evaporation.
Split watering duration for a water morning into 2+ cycles, each cycle with a set start time.
Schedule watering outside the 10AM - 6PM city restriction. Choose coolest part of day, with less wind and lower evaporation.
Water deep & infrequent to stimulate roots
If an area needs more frequentness ( lawn hot spot, annuals) but isn`t valved separate, hand water as needed.
Check regularly
A leak, part malfunction or incorrect watering schedule can be more costly than a periodic service call from a professional.